2025 Jeep Gladiator vs 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
Overview | |
MSRP$28,750 | MSRP$38,100 |
Listings59 | Listings28 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.3 out of 10 |
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2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz Reviews SummaryBased on the Hyundai Tucson compact crossover SUV, the Santa Cruz is not about towing the heaviest loads or driving to off-the-grid locations. Instead, it’s perfect for weekend DIY projects, hauling bulky items home from the big-box store, and carrying adventure gear on day trips. The 2025 Santa Cruz is better at these tasks than ever thanks to new tech, styling updates, and off-roading enhancements. Verdict: We realize the Santa Cruz’s styling isn’t broadly appealing. If this Hyundai trucklet’s appearance is just too hard to accept, then its direct rival, the Ford Maverick, might be more to your liking. If you like the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz, you’ll find it plenty fun to drive. | |
2025 Jeep Gladiator Reviews SummaryThe more you spend, the less capable the Gladiator is. The 2025 Gladiator loses its manual transmission and adds’41, Joose, and Mojito paint colours. Verdict: Unique among pickup trucks, the Jeep Gladiator is an appealing alternative to the status quo. That’s especially true if you value open-air driving or plan to tackle untrodden territory. But for serious towing and hauling tasks, there are better choices than the Gladiator. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train4X4 |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway22 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X4 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway22 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length52.1 in | Bed Length60.3 in |
Curb Weight3778 lbs | Curb Weight4662 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height75.0 in |
Length195.7 in | Length218.0 in |
Width75.0 in | Width73.8 in |
Wheelbase118.3 in | Wheelbase137.3 in |
Maximum Payload1744 lbs | Maximum Payload1725 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity4500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,750 | $38,100 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 5.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Based on the Hyundai Tucson compact crossover SUV, the Santa Cruz is not about towing the heaviest loads or driving to off-the-grid locations. Instead, it’s perfect for weekend DIY projects, hauling bulky items home from the big-box store, and carrying adventure gear on day trips. The 2025 Santa Cruz is better at these tasks than ever thanks to new tech, styling updates, and off-roading enhancements. Verdict: We realize the Santa Cruz’s styling isn’t broadly appealing. If this Hyundai trucklet’s appearance is just too hard to accept, then its direct rival, the Ford Maverick, might be more to your liking. If you like the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz, you’ll find it plenty fun to drive. | The more you spend, the less capable the Gladiator is. The 2025 Gladiator loses its manual transmission and adds’41, Joose, and Mojito paint colours. Verdict: Unique among pickup trucks, the Jeep Gladiator is an appealing alternative to the status quo. That’s especially true if you value open-air driving or plan to tackle untrodden territory. But for serious towing and hauling tasks, there are better choices than the Gladiator. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | 4X4 |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 22 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X4 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 22 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 52.1 in | 60.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3778 lbs | 4662 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 75.0 in |
Length | 195.7 in | 218.0 in |
Width | 75.0 in | 73.8 in |
Wheelbase | 118.3 in | 137.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1744 lbs | 1725 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 4500 lbs | |
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